About HS Code 120810
Soya bean flour and meal are cornerstone commodities in global agricultural trade, primarily serving as a vital protein source in animal feed and increasingly in human food products. Soya bean meal, a byproduct of soybean oil extraction, is the most widely traded protein meal globally, essential for livestock, poultry, and aquaculture industries. Soya flour, on the other hand, is used in baking, as a thickener, and as a protein enhancer in various food applications, including plant-based meat alternatives. Major importers are typically countries with large livestock industries or growing demand for plant-based proteins, while exporters are dominant soybean-producing nations. Key things to know include the protein content (e.g., 44% or 48% protein meal), whether it's defatted or full-fat, and its non-GMO or organic status, all of which significantly impact market value. The EUDR tag is particularly relevant here, as soybeans are a major driver of deforestation in certain regions, necessitating rigorous due diligence for all imports into the EU market to ensure sustainable sourcing.
Products Under This Code
Defatted soya bean meal, Full-fat soya bean flour, Toasted soya bean meal, Organic soya bean flour, Non-GMO soya bean meal, Soya protein concentrate, Textured soya protein
Real World Examples
ADM Soya Meal, Cargill Soya Flour, Bunge Soya Protein, Louis Dreyfus Soya Meal, Purina Animal Nutrition Soya Meal
Common Misclassification
This code can be confused with 230400 (oil-cake and other solid residues of soya-bean oil extraction) which is essentially the same product but classified under a different chapter for residues.
EU Regulatory Requirements
This product category is subject to the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). Importers must provide due diligence statements proving the product was not produced on deforested land after December 31, 2020.
Products Classified Under 1208.10
Industry
This code belongs to the Agriculture & Live Animals industry.
Trade Overview
Top importers include China, the EU, and Southeast Asian nations, with major exporters being Brazil, the US, and Argentina.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 120810?
HS code 120810 covers: Flours and meals; of soya beans. Soya bean flour and meal are cornerstone commodities in global agricultural trade, primarily serving as a vital protein source in animal feed and increasingly in human food products. Soya bean meal, a byproduct of soybean oil extraction, is the most widely traded protein meal globally, essential for livestock, poultry, and aquaculture industries. Soya flour, on the other hand, is used in baking, as a thickener, and as a protein enhancer in various food applications, including plant-based meat alternatives. Major importers are typically countries with large livestock industries or growing demand for plant-based proteins, while exporters are dominant soybean-producing nations. Key things to know include the protein content (e.g., 44% or 48% protein meal), whether it's defatted or full-fat, and its non-GMO or organic status, all of which significantly impact market value. The EUDR tag is particularly relevant here, as soybeans are a major driver of deforestation in certain regions, necessitating rigorous due diligence for all imports into the EU market to ensure sustainable sourcing.
What products fall under HS code 120810?
Defatted soya bean meal, Full-fat soya bean flour, Toasted soya bean meal, Organic soya bean flour, Non-GMO soya bean meal, Soya protein concentrate, Textured soya protein
What are common misclassifications for HS code 120810?
This code can be confused with 230400 (oil-cake and other solid residues of soya-bean oil extraction) which is essentially the same product but classified under a different chapter for residues.
How is HS code 120810 structured?
HS code 120810 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (12) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (08) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.